What is Fluorosis and How Can I Prevent it?

Fluorosis is a cosmetic condition that affects teeth in the first eight years of their growth. Fluorosis isn’t a disease and because it’s usually mild and is something a dental professional can detect.

“Mild fluorosis may make visible changes visible only to a dental professional who knows what to look for.”

Fluorosis is caused by an overexposure to fluoride. Fluoride can be found in toothpaste and other mouth-based products. Fluorosis can produce white lines or streaks along the enamel of the tooth. Further symptoms can also include:

Stains on the tooth that range from yellow to a dark brown.

Surface irregularities along the surface of the tooth.

In extreme cases, fluorosis can cause the teeth to pit.

How can I remove and treat Fluorosis?

In most cases, fluorosis is very mild and won’t need treatment. Depending on the severity of it, fluorosis can be treated in various ways, such as:

Tooth whitening. This can help remove surface stains off the tooth or teeth.

Veneers are custom-made shells that cover the front of a tooth. This will cover and protect the tooth, and hide any form of fluorosis.

MI paste. MI paste is a calcium phosphate product that can help minimise tooth discoloration and is available in most dental practices and pharmacies.

How can I prevent Fluorosis?

Fluorosis is a highly preventable cosmetic condition. Because fluorosis occurs during the early stages of teeth growth, children need to be carefully watched and taught properly how to brush their teeth. Fluorosis can be prevented and reduced by simply ensuring that:

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Dr Gurs Sehmi

About the Author: Dr Gurs Sehmi BDS B.Sc (Kings College London) – (GDC No. 103934) is one of the leading dentists at the Perfect Smile Studios in Hertfordshire with particular skills in adult orthodontics and dental implant treatments. After graduating from Kings College London as a dentist in 2006, Dr Sehmi has worked for the NHS before moving onto Private Dentistry. Dr Gurs Sehmi was shortlisted for Best Young Dentist in 2012. Dr Sehmi is one of the most experienced restoratives and enhancing dentists at The Perfect Smile Studios.